The Ambush by Donna Tartt

The Ambush

Donna Tartt

missing page info Add in missing page information first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical literary short stories reflective sad slow-paced

Description

Short story published in Tin House, vol. 7, #2.

A young girl befriends a newcomer to the neighborhood and grapples with fallout from the Vietnam War.

Community Reviews Summary of 46 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
adventurous 66%
dark 66%
tense 66%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 75% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 25% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 50% | No: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.82

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